Hurricane Preparedness Kit

5/14/2020 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Northwest Escambia County is Here to Help with all of your storm damage needs. Give us a call at 850-466-3089.

Hurricane season begins on June 1^st.  Living in the Panhandle of Florida, being prepared for a hurricane is of the upmost importance for the safety of you and your loved ones.  According to ready.gov, the following list of supplies is recommended for your hurricane preparedness kit:

• Water- one gallon per person, per day, for at least 3 days
• Food- at least a 3-day supply of non-perishable food
• Battery powered or hand crank radio
• Flashlight
• First Aid Kit
• Be sure to determine beforehand the size batteries needed for your radio and flashlight(s) and have plenty available.
• Manual Can Opener
• Local Maps
• Prescription Medications
• Cash or Traveler’s Checks
• Pencil and Paper
• Copies of Important Documents

Depending on the specific needs of your family, a more extensive kit may be necessary, including children’s games and activities, baby food, or pet supplies.  It is recommended to keep your preparedness kit in an easily accessible location, free of moisture and humidity, and to regularly check your supplies to make sure none have been damaged or expired.

If a storm situation has damaged your home or business, SERVPRO of Northwest Escambia County is Here to Help!  Our experienced team has the knowledge and equipment to help make it “Like it never even happened.”